Not many would take on a
project honoring singer-pianist Shirley Horn. She was the ultimate sensuous
straight to your heart singer, and a pianist of great skill and feeling as
well. So, Coniece Washington, thank you for honoring the music of Shirley Horn
with this exceptional performance. I might add here that her accompaniment, led
by the understated piano of Vince Evans, is very much like Shirley's long time
trio mates. Some of the deeply felt tunes covered here include "Here's To
Life", "The Island", "Dindi", "How Am I To Know",
and "A Time For Love", to name a few. Shirley Horn was a jazz goddess
with a one of a kind ability to reach the listener with her musical gift. Kudos
to Coniece and friends for this lovely session in Shirley's honor.
Self-produced; 2019; appx. 60
min.
Thank you so much for the review.
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